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This Gen X-er hasn’t seen the inside of a mall in quite some time, but I can assure you mall walking is alive and well. This was confirmed during a recent early morning visit to Grapevine Mills. Our team was there to meet a master at his craft before a multitude of projects and demanding customers got the best of his day.

We had a great idea, and as we waited at the Starbucks outside, I was a little anxious to see if he would lend us his time and talent. If not, it was back to the drawing board.

After a few minutes and some mall walkers passed, the door opened and out stepped Thaddeus Bennett. A tall yet unassuming young man, Thaddeus greeted us with a smile and a dash of awkwardness not unbecoming of true genius types.

He whisked us quickly into the discovery center and past his office, where we could see mounds of his work still in development through the large glass panel. We landed at a small conference table and did the dance of first business meetings.

Some small talk was followed with explanatory sketches and photos of our idea for this month’s cover. All along he quietly nodded in agreement, not in working with us, but in pure confidence that he could in fact do what he knew we had yet to ask.

You see, Thaddeus is one of just a few master model builders employed at Lego. Yes, it’s a real job and he loves it!

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listicle 10 Lego Fun Facts The name “Lego” comes from the Danish word “leg godt,” which means “play well.”

Over 36,000 Lego bricks are molded every minute.

Seven Lego sets are sold every second.

NONFICTION NEWS Southlake’s favorite podcast is nominated for an Ambie audio award.

Lego is technically the world’s No. 1 tire manufacturer, producing 306 million rubber tires every year.

Over 3 million Lego bricks were used to build a life-sized house in England with a working shower, toilet and bed.

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At 5,805,846 pieces, Lego’s 42-foot-tall replica of London’s Tower Bridge holds the Guinness World Record for the largest Lego statue.

Opening in 2011, Grapevine Mills’ Legoland is one of 12 discovery centers in the United States.

GLAMPING? IN SOUTHLAKE? Southlake is apparently the 20th best glamping spot in the nation if you can figure out where to set up your tent.

SPLASH CHAMPS Carroll swim and dive took the championship trophy at the UIL state meet.

Grapevine Mills’ life-sized statue of Dirk Nowitzki is made with over 25,000 Lego bricks.

Lego used the sounds of its bricks to create an original white noise playlist on Spotify.

With around 400 billion bricks circulating globally, Lego is recognized as the world’s largest toy company.

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he went from Stanford dropout to CEO of a billion-dollar health care technology startup to being found guilty of four counts of fraud. This is the story of Elizabeth Holmes, which you can watch now in Hulu’s newest series “The Dropout.”

Based on the podcast of the same name and featuring Amanda Seyfried, whose credits include “Mank” and “Mamma Mia,” “The Dropout” chronicles the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes, who started the health care technology company Theranos and unsuccessfully claimed to be able to perform rapid blood tests with just a fingerprick. Those joining Amanda in the series include Naveen Andrews, recognizable as Sayid Jarrah in “Lost,” William H. Macy, who finished his “Shameless” run last year, and “Succession” star Alan Ruck.

If you can’t get enough of Elizabeth Holmes’ scandalous story after watching the limited series, don’t fret. HBO Max’s documentary, “The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley,” and reporter John Carreyrou’s book, “Bad Blood: Secrets And Lies In A Silicon Valley Startup,” will be waiting for you.

But the drama doesn’t end with “The Dropout.” Netflix’s newest documentary series “Worst Roommate Ever” follows four nightmare roommate scenarios while season two of “Bridgerton” sees Jonathan Bailey find love. And after a two-year hiatus, fans eager to reunite with Jamie and Claire will get the chance when “Outlander” returns for season six.

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THE OWNER OF LOOK WEST EVENTS WORKS WEDDING MIRACLES

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WHAT WAS YOUR INTRODUCTION TO WEDDING PLANNING? After graduating from college, I moved to Southlake and took a marketing job with a bank. I was setting up a lot of networking events, galas and conferences until I planned my first wedding in 2018 — which was actually my own. I really enjoyed it and decided I wanted to work for myself, so I opened up Look West Events in 2019 and have planned 50 weddings ever since.

WHAT GOES INTO PLANNING A WEDDING? The most common things you have to plan for include entertainment, food, beverages, florals, photography, hair and makeup, but sometimes you’ll have to plan for other things too like photo booths, balloons and lounge setups.

HOW DO YOU GO ABOUT ORGANIZING THE ENTIRE AFFAIR? I let the couple drive how they want the experience to go. I tailor everything to them, present them with decisions and keep the process moving along. My role is to take all of these moving parts and pieces they’ve given me and make sure everything just flows naturally on their wedding day.

HOW ARE WEDDINGS DIFFERENT FROM PLANNING OTHER EVENTS? When you organize a company event, you have to justify every decision with a return of investment. But when it comes to a wedding, every decision is made to celebrate a love story. You can’t really measure that, and that’s what makes it so fun.

WHAT KIND OF WEDDING MISCONCEPTIONS ARE THERE? There aren’t as many bridezilla horror stories out there as some people might believe. People might get a little worked up sometimes, but it’s an emotional experience, and some couples are experiencing a lot of different emotions all at once. I’m very understanding and try to keep that in mind.

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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A WEDDING PLANNER? My favorite part is when someone is really able to be in the moment and I’m able to see they’re really enjoying themselves.hen someone is really able to be in the moment and I’m able to see they’re really enjoying themselves. It can be during a cake cutting.

It can be during the post-ceremony. It can be during the first look. That moment happens at different times for different weddings, but I love watching people enjoying themselves and being in the moment knowing that I helped make that happen.

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n today’s world where so many have the freedom to work from just about anywhere, we still haven’t escaped the feel of the 9-to-5 grind. It got us thinking — who loves their job so much they just can’t imagine not being at the office? Whether it’s a zookeeper caring for elephants or an artist whose murals brighten up our days, we’ve found some area professionals whose career paths follow their passions. Because you know what they say — if you love your job, you never work a day in your life.

ERICA NORWOOD MURAL ARTIST

An artist ever since she could hold a crayon, Erica Norwood’s painted murals can be seen all over town. Her art has graced many walls since painting her first mural at a Mexican restaurant, including at RE:defined Coffee House in Grapevine, Psych Connect in Southlake and Popcorn Central in Trophy Club.

“Once I started posting murals [on social media], businesses started reaching out. Now I probably paint an even mix of homes and businesses and just murals of every kind,” Erica says. “It is a lot of fun because every artist dreams of painting on the biggest canvas possible and a wall gives you a lot of space to paint on.”

With a background in portrait painting, Erica feared her work would dry up two years ago when people weren’t going out as much.

But to her surprise, the opposite happened.

“I think people were home so much that they got tired of staring at blank walls,” Erica says. “I just started getting calls for murals, and they just didn’t stop coming.”

From larger-than-life flowers to scenic beach scenes, Erica has painted it all.

“My favorite thing is the variety,” Erica says.

“I can paint in a Mexican restaurant and paint a sugar skull one week, and then the next week, I could paint a faux marble wall and do something totally different. I never get bored and I’m always getting to challenge myself.”

Before she begins a new mural painting, Erica says a few considerations come into play such as the size, color and material of the wall. But more than anything else, getting to know the customer is most important. Learning what they want, like and are inspired by helps guide Erica to design a mural that they’ll love.

“It never feels like work,” Erica says. “I really wouldn’t even change anything about it. It just feels like exactly where I want to be right now, and I love it.”

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JON POWELL

OWNER AND BREWER AT HOP & STING BREWERY The process of brewing beer is an involved one. Water and milled grains are mashed together to make wort, which gets boiled with hops before cooling. From there, the beer ferments with yeast, dry hops and spices and then gets filtered and carbonated. Once that’s over, the newly brewed beer gets bottled and packaged.

“The job gives you an insight into a product that has been a part of human civilization almost from day one,” Jon Powell, the owner and brewer at Hop & Sting Brewery, says. “I’m always amazed to think that people were making beer centuries ago without the aid of the technology we have today.”

A 2003 Carroll grad, Jon’s eyes were opened to brewing while attending Humboldt State University in Northern California.

“There were four or five breweries, and all of them were thriving,” Jon says. “The Pacific Northwest had an amazing brewing and beer culture that showed me the intricacies and variety available.”

That, coupled with his experience at a friend’s house for a “Learn To Homebrew Day,” led Jon to dive into all things brewing.

“The more I learned, the more I was hooked,” Jon says.

After graduating from college, Jon spent three years homebrewing. After that, he decided to go all-in on professional brewing, leaving his job as the oil and gas inspector for the city of Flower Mound. Joining the American Brewers Guild, Jon soon added brewery experience to his resume, working at Rahr and Sons in Fort Worth among other breweries.

But he and his business partner Brian Burton felt the call to go off on their own. So after two years of developing recipes out of Jon’s parents’ barn, the pair started Hop & Sting Brewery, with its first commercial beers hitting the market in 2017.

“We make a wide variety of beers because we want everyone to be able to find a beer they enjoy,” Jon says. “Our flagship brands are Aluminum Cowboy, Miracle Blood Orange Wheat and Northeast Texas IPA.” Though the taproom is located in Grapevine, Hop & Sting’s brews can be found in local stores all over the Metroplex and statewide in Oklahoma.

“It’s not always a glamorous job,” Jon says.

“But we couldn’t see ourselves doing anything else.”

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THADDEUS BENNETT

MASTER MODEL BUILDER AT LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER Thaddeus Bennett has built his career one Lego brick at a time. It all started in 1999 when he bought his first Lego “Star Wars” set, which he still has to this day.

“I’ve collected ever since I was a little kid,” Thaddeus says. “I had my own little Lego page… and would upload pictures to a nonexistent audience. But I was always kind of preparing myself for this job, even though I never dreamed in a million years that this could be something obtainable.”

Working at the Legoland Discovery Center in Grapevine, Thaddeus is a master model builder, a job one gets only after winning the Lego building competition, Brick Factor.

“It’s three rounds of Lego building, timed with single elimination,” Thaddeus says. “Each round has a certain theme, and the contestants only have a certain amount of Lego bricks to build with.”

In his first competition, Thaddeus finished in third place out of over 100 participants. After that, Lego offered him an entry-level office job, where he took the opportunity to learn more about the company. After nine months, Thaddeus reentered the competition and won in the fall of 2019, officially becoming one of only 25 master model builders for all of Legoland and the Legoland Discovery Centers.

Thaddeus’ responsibilities include building new Lego models and maintaining current ones, including a small-scale Lego version of the DFW Metroplex that features AT&T Stadium, the Stockyards and Globe Life Field.

Thaddeus starts projects by building them out digitally using Lego software. This helps him pitch ideas as he can get a rough estimate of how many bricks he’ll need, how long it will take and what the overall cost will be.

“I can just see a piece and I can think of all the different possibilities and connections and what it can be used for,” Thaddeus says.

Some of his more recent builds include a tiger for the Chinese New Year and a mosaic of Martin Luther King Jr. Thaddeus also has some big projects in the works, including a mosaic Mona Lisa that looks like the original painting from one side and features her as a Lego woman from another side. He also plans to use Lego bricks to recreate Johannes Vermeer’s famous painting, “Girl With A Pearl Earring,” and Vincent Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night.”

“I get to play with Legos as my job,” Thaddeus says. “Getting to say that is pretty cool.”

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ADDY CUELLAR

ZOOKEEPER AT THE FORT WORTH ZOO Growing up, Addy Cuellar always had animals on the brain.

“I was the kid that watched Animal Planet,” Addy says. “My mom would be like, ‘How can you watch the crocodiles eat the zebras?’ I was like, ‘It’s wildlife. It’s amazing.’”

With a degree in wildlife management, Addy is currently living her dream as a zookeeper at the Fort Worth Zoo, working with the Asian elephants and the greater onehorned rhinoceros.

“I was always kind of drawn to [elephants],” Addy says. “I did an internship nine years ago at an elephant sanctuary in Arkansas… I was just going to feel it out. I was like, ‘Let me do an internship and see if it’s something I’m interested in doing.’ And I haven’t stopped since.”

As a zookeeper, Addy cares and provides for the elephants while also teaching zoo guests about the animals. This past fall, she even got to help welcome baby elephant Brazos into the world.

“Since it was [his mom’s] second birth, it went really smoothly,” Addy says. “We’re just there to make sure that his vitals are good.

[The] vet staff was there and he did great. He was nursing right away, and it was just perfect.”

Including Brazos, Addy and her fellow zookeepers care for eight elephants, the largest of whom is Romeo — Brazos’ dad — who weighs over 10,000 pounds.

“They eat an average of 100-300 pounds of food each,” Addy says.

The elephants eat everything from hay and grains to fruits and vegetables, and because they’re so food motivated, zookeepers don’t have much trouble maneuvering the multi-ton animals.

“They love the reward,” Addy says. “They are eager to earn that. It’s really fun [to see] how much they’ll do for us just for that training biscuit. Since we work with them every day, the relationship that you build with them is amazing.”

When she’s not on the clock, Addy is often still at the zoo, taking photographs of the animals she loves to care for. “[I love] watching the elephants really enjoy just being elephants, just enjoying their life here,” Addy says.

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LISA SLAGLE

BALLET TEACHER AT THE BALLET ACADEMY OF TEXAS Lisa Slagle first discovered dance through her grandfather, who owned a strip center that included a dance studio. While she dipped her toes in jazz and tap dancing, it wasn’t until she tried ballet that she fell in love with dance.

At 8 years old, she got her first pointe shoes.

Three years later, she danced alongside Elvis Presley in his 1967 film, “Clambake.”

“While I was doing the movie for three or four weeks, I was really concerned because I was missing ballet class,” Lisa recalls. “I don’t think I really understood at the time the significance of getting a chance to do this.”

After finishing high school, Lisa moved to New York to join the Joffrey Ballet.

“I felt like if I just worked hard on my ballet studies that I could have a career in that without having those other unknowns that are part of the film industry,” Lisa says.

And have a career she did. After dancing with the Joffrey Ballet, Lisa danced with the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève in Switzerland and with the Tulsa Ballet in Oklahoma before retiring in 1989.

After working for several years as a travel agent, her daughter showed an interest in dance. So to help pay for the classes, Lisa began to teach and found she really enjoyed it.

Several years of teaching later, the opportunity to open her own dance studio arose. So in 1999, the Ballet Academy of Texas opened its doors. Since then, Lisa and her staff have taught hundreds of students, many of whom have gone on to dance professionally.

Though she recently sold her studio to her business partner, Lisa continues to teach there, helping more students to fall in love with dance every day.

“It’s all worth it when you feel like you’ve made a difference with some kids that might not otherwise have had some of the opportunities that you were able to give them,” Lisa says.

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ME SQUARED HOSTS FRIDAY NIGHT BLACK & WHITE PARTY On Feb. 25, the community came out in support of the Me Squared Cancer Foundation at its Friday Night Black & White Party at The Westin Southlake Hotel. Founded in 2019 by Southlake’s reigning Citizen Of The Year Mimi Tran, the Me Squared Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit that focuses on providing emotional and financial support to adults recently diagnosed with cancer. The event was sold out, with attendants enjoying the live entertainment provided by the Walton Stout Band. Plus with a silent and live auction, attendants got to win exclusive prizes like jewelry from D Flawless Concierge Jewelers and spa packages from Corinthian Wellness and Med Spa.

SOUTHLAKE MUSICIAN SIGNS RECORD DEAL WITH NEON GOLD RECORDS A Southlake Carroll musician is seeing her first EP debut later this spring. Growing up in Southlake since 2002, Juliana Madrid started playing music with School of Rock Southlake when she was 8 years old, learning how to play the guitar, sing and perform in front of a live audience. In 2018, she auditioned for “American Idol” and won a Golden Ticket to Hollywood before she was eliminated in the group round.

Last month, she signed a record deal with Neon Gold Records, which represents artists such as Haim, Tove Lo and Charli XCX, to release her first EP in April. Her debut single, “Madonna,” was previously released on Feb. 24. “She’s worked so hard,” her father Mario says. “We cannot express how proud we are of her and her accomplishments.”

THREE DRAGONS NAMED FINALISTS IN ‘THE NEW YORK TIMES’ STUDENT REVIEW CONTEST “The New York Times” named its winners, runners-up and finalists of its seventh annual Student Review Contest, and three Dragons made it into the Top 50. Every year, “The New York Times” hosts its review contest where it asks students to review any particular movie, book, video game or album in 500 words or less. Nine winners, 15 runners-up and 25 honorable mentions were selected out of 4,000 submissions, and three Dragons were among them. Carson Crays was named a semifinalist for his review of the Netflix survival drama “Squid Game,” while Malini Sampath was named a runner-up for her essay “A Window Into Another World,” according to the results. Meanwhile, Enja Pinjani was named an honorable mention for their review on Olivia Rodrigo’s album “Sour.”

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TRAVIS KEENER RECEIVES HEART OF A DRAGON AWARD Southlake Kiwanis has officially awarded the 2022 Charlie Stalcup Heart Of A Dragon Award to senior Travis Keener.

Keener, who played defense on the football team and was a two-time captain, earned the honor along with a $1,500 scholarship. The annual award honors former Dragon Football coach Charlie Stalcup, who passed away from cancer in 2004, and is given to a football player who represents the values coach Stalcup stood for, like leadership and initiative. During the 2021 football season, Keener — who is headed to the University of Utah to study business entrepreneurship — helped the Dragons go 14-1 on the season and individually recorded 45 tackles, three sacks, knocked down two passes and caused a fumble. The senior was also named to the 4-6A First Team All-District on defense.

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BAYLEY TRANG WINS SECOND STATE WRESTLING TITLE Bayley Trang became a back-to-back state champion during the UIL wrestling state tournament in late February.

Winning in her weight class of 110 pounds, the junior became the first two-time state champion in the Southlake Carroll wrestling program’s history. Additionally, senior Cole Bennett earned second place while senior Pete Etheredge claimed third place. Senior Rebecca Natvig came in fourth place and sophomore Brenna Trang earned fifth place. Overall, the girls team took fourth place while the boys team finished in 12th place.

ART IN THE SQUARE UNVEILS FEATURED ARTWORK FOR 2022 On Feb. 20, Art In The Square kicked off its 2022 season with the annual Strokes of Art In The Square event at Southlake Town Hall. Community supporters gathered, enjoyed refreshments and celebrated as the award-winning festival organizers unveiled pieces from its featured artists, including Radim Schreiber, Rachel Dory, Kim Eubank, Julie Keaten-Reed, Christopher Brown, Kevin Zuckerman, Keith Andry and Prince Ducan-Williams. Residents are encouraged to vote for their favorite artist at town hall through April 1. The artist with the most votes will be recognized with Art In The Square’s 2022 People’s Choice Award on April 22-24.

DRAGON SWIM AND DIVE SWEEPS STATE MEET The Southlake Carroll swim and dive teams have been crowned state champions yet again. After sweeping the district and regional meets earlier this year, both the boys and girls swim and dive teams earned first place at the UIL State Meet last month. The boys and girls teams also came in first for the 200 free relay and the 400 free relay, while head coach Kevin Murphy was also named the coach of the meet. This is the 12th state title for the boys and the fifth state title for the girls.

CARROLL ISD WELCOMES NEW SPECIAL PROGRAMS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Carroll ISD welcomed a new executive director of special programs to the district during a board meeting in early February. Bringing 18 years of special education experience to the district, Stacie Bonner will be responsible for facilitating growth, care and innovation in the special programs department and overseeing the needs of its special education students. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the students, families and staff of Carroll ISD,” Stacie says according to the district. “I am looking forward to building relationships and working alongside them while helping support and grow the special programs department. I am humbled to be a part of the Dragon family.”

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DRAGON CHEER FINISHES SECOND AT STATE The Dragon Cheerleaders commanded the stage at the UIL Spirit State Championships earlier this spring.

Competing against 67 teams from around the state, the Carroll Dragon Cheerleaders were judged on their fight song, band chant and crowd leading in front of judges. After finishing with a score of 199.2 in the qualifying round, the Dragons finished in first place and advanced to the state championship round. By the end of the night, the Dragon Cheerleaders finished second with a final score of 89.25, with Katy Seven Lakes finishing first with a score of 93.45. “We are incredibly proud of our cheerleaders and their many accomplishments!” cheer sponsor Julie Cox says. “They have persevered through every obstacle, and their diligent efforts have paid off.”

SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL ANNOUNCES FIRSTEVER ART SHOW AND COMPETITION The Southlake Arts Council has announced the first-ever Southlake Presents art show and competition, according to MySouthlakeNews.com. Artists interested in participating must be over 18 years old and live within the city of Southlake or Carroll ISD limits. Up to three works can be submitted by March 15, with selected works set to be featured in town hall from April 29 to July 1 and a reception on May 1.

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SOUTHLAKE SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER EARNS TRAPS AWARD Southlake’s senior activity center is unmatched, and it now has the award to prove it. The facility earned the 2022 Lone Star Recreation Programming, Class IV Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS), according to MySouthlakeNews.com. City staff submitted the senior activity center for consideration last November. In bestowing this award, the TRAPS committee noted that “in keeping with the TRAPS Mission: Texas Recreation and Park Society advances the quality-of-life industry through Connections, Advocacy, Resources and Education (C.A.R.E.). Your agency and representative exemplified this acronym with tenacity,” according to MySouthlakeNews.com. The city accepted the award at the 2022 TRAPS Institute and Expo Awards Ceremony on Feb. 17 in College Station.

WATER POLO ATHLETES COMPETE IN OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM In early January, seven Dragons headed to Salt Lake City, Utah to compete in the USA Water Polo Olympic Development Program, representing the Southwest Zone. Chloe Criswell, Jojo Walters, Louie Christensen, Brandt McBride, Rory McCarthy, Carter Smith and Eric Winkler attended multiple tryout sessions to be selected to compete. “As a result of being on the teams, athletes get the chance to compete and have additional team practices with Olympic Development coaches from around the country,” Carroll water polo head coach Keeley Lowery says. In its last season as a club sport, water polo’s first tournament took place on Feb. 26.

COMMUNITY SHOWS OUT FOR DRAGON PALOOZA Last month, hundreds of locals came out to the Dragon Baseball Complex on Feb. 19 for this year’s Dragon Palooza.

Unofficially marking the start of the baseball season, the annual event featured baseball clinics, group pictures, a parade of teams, a silent auction and autograph opportunities before fans sat in the stands to watch the Dragon alumni game.

Shortly after Dragon Palooza, Carroll’s baseball season officially kicked off on Feb. 24 in an away game against JSerra Catholic High School.

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10 DRAGON ATHLETES SIGN LETTERS OF INTENT During National Signing Day ceremonies held early last month, 10 Carroll athletes signed letters of intent, committing to playing their sport in college. Golf signees included MaKayla Tyrell for Oklahoma City University, Morgan Becker for Oklahoma Baptist University, Brooke Norman for Bethany University, David Salazar for the University of Texas at Dallas and Neel Sandhu for Trinity University. Football signees included RJ Maryland for Southern Methodist University and Brody McNew for Stephen F. Austin State University. Meanwhile, Colin Scruggs committed to play tennis at Washington University In St. Louis, Ben Estis committed to play basketball at Ohio University and Daisy Cabriales committed to wrestle at William Penn University. Congratulations to these Dragon athletes!

SOUTHLAKE NAMED SAFEST CITY IN TEXAS Southlake was named the safest city in Texas, according to an analysis conducted by MoneyGeek. To get its findings, MoneyGeek analyzed crime statistics by “quantifying the cost of crime and ranking small cities and towns nationwide and in every state,” according to its website.

With a population of 31,265, Southlake's cost of crime was estimated to be $89, according to MoneyGeek. Nationally, Southlake was rated the 30th safest city out of 953.

Other Texas cities that made the list include Friendswood, Midlothian, Wylie and Coppell.

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31 DRAGON DEBATERS QUALIFY FOR THE STATE TOURNAMENT The Carroll Speech and Debate team will be heading to Corpus Christi this month for the Texas Forensics Association state tournament. After competing in 15 DFW-area tournaments this season, 31 Dragons will head to the state tournament on March 9-12 to compete for the championship trophy. Pranav Kaginele currently has the most tournament of champion bids in the nation and will be competing at the state tournament for the third time, while Katy Lin is currently the top-ranked Congressional debater in the nation and has accumulated 25 bids in her last four years in the program. “All of these students have dedicated countless hours and worked tremendously hard to reach this point,” head coach Anthony Brown says. “We wish them luck as they get ready to make the school proud.”

CREAM AND CREPES CAFE OPENS IN SOUTHLAKE Southlake welcomed a new crepe shop to the area last month. Opening in Park Village, Cream and Crepes Cafe is a new dessert shop that sells a variety of crepes, cakes, waffles, pastries and homemade ice cream. Its crepe toppings include Biscoff cookie butter, homemade cream cheese, Nutella, peanut butter, fruit sauce and whipped cream, while the ice cream flavors include strawberry cheesecake, cake batter and buttery pecan. Any of its ice cream flavors can be rolled or scooped between two warm cookies into an ice cream sandwich. It even offers additional vegan and non-dairy options such as lemon, raspberry sorbet and vanilla bean. You can order from the shop now at 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 330.

SOUTHLAKE RELEASES 2021 CITIZEN SURVEY RESULTS During its regular meeting on Feb. 15, the Southlake City Council reviewed the results of the 2021 Citizen Satisfaction Survey. In late 2021, over 1,240 respondents provided their feedback on the city’s quality of life, citizen engagement, safety and security, infrastructure, mobility, development and partnerships and volunteerism. Of those respondents, three quarters of them have lived in Southlake for more than seven years and more than half have taken the Citizen Satisfaction Survey before.

According to the survey results, 96% of respondents rated the quality of life as excellent or very good, while 84% said the safety and security was very good. Meanwhile, 67% indicated satisfaction with the city’s provision of pathways and sidewalks, which is a slight improvement over 2019’s 59% satisfaction rating. The results indicated that the top candidates for improvement were providing pedestrian pathways, providing code-enforcement services and providing animal control services. The next Citizen Satisfaction Survey will take place in 2023.

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MADABOLIC GYM COMING TO SOUTHLAKE A new strength-driven interval training gym will be coming to Southlake later this month. Part of five new locations coming to the DFW Metroplex, MADabolic is a fitness franchise that uses speed, strength and stamina to build muscle and shed body fat. Led by franchisee Ryan Svboda, MADabolic programs its workout plan 52 weeks in advance for its members. “We bought into this concept because it’s something we truly believe in,” Ryan says in a media release. “There’s truly a meticulous method to the madness.” MADabolic Gym will open later this year at 210 S. Nolan Drive, Suite 100.

FRESCOBENE ARTISAN SAUCES DEBUT AT CENTRAL MARKET A new line of sauces is now lining Central Market’s shelves.

Customers can now indulge in Frescobene Artisan Sauces, which have no added sugar, citric acid, preservatives and are gluten-free, according to a press release. The sauce line is the brainchild of Lisa Maute and Ann Riffice, who make the sauces from family recipes. “As two busy moms trying to balance the needs of our families while running a successful business, we knew there needed to be a better way to still get a delicious meal on the table without sacrificing flavor or quality, and without spending so much time in the kitchen,” Ann says via press release. The sauces available for purchase include sausage ragu, Amatriciana sauce, vodka sauce and marinara sauce.

SOUTHLAKE CHAMBER HOSTS TASTE OF SOUTHLAKE The Southlake Chamber came together for an evening of food, fun and community connection at the inaugural Taste of Southlake event on March 3. Organized by Leadership Southlake’s class of 2021-2022, the Taste of Southlake event saw chamber members gather together at the Cambria Southlake hotel to enjoy some of the best dining Southlake can offer. Some of the featured delights included Feedstore BBQ’s sliced brisket, Wildwood’s Dragon burger, Scratch Kitchen’s assorted sweets and Cambria’s very own eclectic cocktails. Proceeds went back to the participating restaurants to thank them for creating a memorable evening out.

GOLFTEC OPENS SOUTHLAKE STORE Southlake recently saw a new golf club and store come to the area. Established in 1995, Golftec is a golf instruction and club fitting company with over 200 centers worldwide.

With certified coaches, an easy-to-use app, cutting-edge instructional technology and a state-of-the-art training center, Golftec offers several courses for beginners and experts alike to help them improve their swing. It even offers additional equipment like golf balls, drivers, putters, wedges and more. Golftec is open now at 2757 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 120.

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SHOTZEE’S BAR & GRILL OPENS IN KELLER Keller has welcomed a new restaurant to town. Shotzee’s Bar & Grill opened in mid-January, bringing delicious bites, live music and a great atmosphere to the area. Family-owned and operated, Shotzee’s brings a combined 40-plus years of experience to the restaurant, aiming to deliver an unparalleled dining experience for its customers. With an expansive menu that features starters, burgers, hot dogs, wings and tacos, everyone’s sure to find a dish they love. Shotzee’s Bar & Grill is located at 134 S. Main St. in Keller.

STEEL CITY POPS CLOSES IN SOUTHLAKE Steel City Pops has shut its doors in Southlake for good, according to a notice posted on its door last month. Formerly located at 1151 E. Southlake Blvd., Suite 370, Steel City Pops served high-quality, gluten-free popsicles in Park Village for the past five years. With flavors ranging from traditional favorites such as chocolate and vanilla to more unique flavors like blood orange and coffee, Steel City Pops quickly became a favorite in the area. While Southlake's location will not be reopening, you can still order pops from Steel City Pops' Fort Worth location at 5924 Convair Drive, Suite 400 or online at SteelCityPops.com.

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MY FAMILY AND I MOVED… to south Grapevine in 1990, back when the area was more reminiscent of beautiful farm country rather than the bustling heart of Dallas-Fort Worth that it is now.

THE SPRING OF 2020… gave me more time to appreciate gardening and enjoy nature in north Grapevine.

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the Hadley’s pasture across the street from Walnut Grove Elementary School, Jules pours her heart and soul into caring for these donkeys up to 15 hours a day, every day. Then she watches as all of her hard work pays off as those donkeys turn around and provide their own special brand of love for children and adults in need.

“It’s a big part of my heart,” Jules says. “This is something I’ve wanted to do my whole life.”

Working to grow and build upon Loving Long Ears, Jules hopes the sanctuary continues to make a difference in both people’s and donkeys’ lives.

MIRACLE MULE WORKERS

After settling into Southlake, Jules looked at potentially starting her own equine therapy endeavor. But after learning that donkeys are used for therapeutic programs instead of horses in Europe, Jules felt inspired to start her own donkey sanctuary.

“In Europe, they only use donkeys because they’re more docile and less intimidating than horses can be,” she says.

“I wondered why we weren’t using our own donkeys over here.”

Jules started training Miss Taco and Belle, getting them comfortable with people touching and inHORSEBACK HEALING teracting with them. That was esJules has always been an animal pecially a challenge when it came lover. Growing up in Minneapolis, to breaking through to Belle. she always found herself surround“Belle had been so traumatized ed by horses on the family farm. and abused, she wouldn’t even “My mom would always get emtake treats out of your hand,” barrassed because I used to gallop Jules expresses. around the yard and start neighAt the same time, Jules added ing,” Jules chuckles. “Horses have five more donkeys to her pen. always been a passion of mine.”

Without Jules’ intervention, Luna, When Jules turned 5, she spent Gino, Buzz, Buffy and Amelia the summers horseback riding on would not be living the good lives her grandparents’ ranch in North they are now.

Dakota. She became so skilled “I wanted to have rescues bethat by the time she entered high cause they share a synergy with school, she was performing across the people we’re trying to work the hunter-jumper circuit. with,” Jules’ says. “They both That was before a bad fall share stories about overcoming, — Jules Peterson Loving brought an abrupt end to her ridand they pick up on that and help Long Ears Donkey Therapy ing career at 29 years old. Ironiheal each other.” and Sanctuary founder cally enough, Jules says what The donkeys’ first community helped her most in her recovery events last year served as an inwas horseback riding. troduction to the public, but it didn’t take long for others “When you ride, you have to sit very straight, and it to seek them out. Since the beginning of her outreach prostrengthens your whole neck and back muscles,” Jules says. grams, Jules has seen her donkeys work miracles in many “It sounds contradictory, but there’s a therapeutic element people’s lives, from helping young children manage their to horseback riding. The more I rode, the more the pain ADHD to empowering veterans and first responders strugleft me.” gling with PTSD. Experiencing equine-assisted therapy herself inspired “These big guys came out and were only supposed to be Jules to get involved with it in a greater capacity, so in 2015, there for an hour,” Jules says. “Three hours later, they were she began volunteering with an equine therapy organiza- still petting and hugging the donkeys. It was such a success tion for special needs children in Arizona. That was where that the counselor asked me what they needed to do to get she met two of her oldest donkeys — Miss Taco and Belle. certified in donkey therapy.”

“Every day after I was done working, I would go out into But one of Jules’ most cherished experiences comes the field and spend 15-20 minutes with them before I left,” from one of her first visitors.

Jules recalled. “I started to bond with them.”

“One girl was 28 years old and had terminal cancer,” she That bond stayed strong even after Jules and her hus- recalls. “I put her with Buffy, and she asked if she could just band Rick moved closer to his job in Texas. When Jules hug her. When she left, she was beaming with this big smile heard that the property and the donkeys were getting sold, on her face. I didn’t cure her cancer, but this little longshe knew she had to step in and save Miss Taco and Belle. eared therapist gave her joy that nobody else could have “I told her if she could find a way to get them over here given her.” and a place to keep them for free, we could take them,” To date, Jules estimates that Loving Long Ears has Rick says. helped nearly 3,800 people.

A couple of favors and a 24-hour drive later, Jules brought Miss Taco and Belle to Texas and started caring for A CONNECTED COMMUNITY them. She didn’t realize it at the time, but she was laying The donkeys at the sanctuary have become a popular atthe foundation for the Loving Long Ears Donkey Therapy traction to residents alongside North White Chapel Bouleand Sanctuary. vard. School Resource Officer Kim Smith sees the donkeys

I wanted to have rescues because they share a synergy with the people we’re trying to work with.

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every day while working her shift at Walnut Grove Elementary, and they never fail to brighten her day.

“For the past three years, Buffy and Gino have been out and sometimes even bray to me as I direct traffic,” Kim remarks. “I even get a kiss from Buffy every now and then.”

Owning eight rescue donkeys herself up in Justin, former Southlake Mayor Laura Hill knows the hard work it takes to care for donkeys and admires all of the effort that Jules puts in.

“She’s kind of like Dr. Dolittle,” Laura remarks. “The donkeys respond to her special touch, and everything she does for them is a labor of love.”

But few have seen Jules’ commitment up close as much as resident Danielle Garde has. Moving to Southlake in 2018, her family always passes by Jules hard at work at the sanctuary.

“She makes you want to learn as much as possible about the donkeys and be of help however you can be,” Danielle says. “We’ll pass her by and I’ll always text her, asking if she needs help walking the donkeys around or picking up after them.”

With around 30 volunteers helping around the sanctuary, Jules says she’s always grateful for how she can count on her supporters to give more than just their time.

“During the first snowstorm we experienced last year, the cold came so fast that the donkeys didn’t even have time to grow a winter coat,” Jules says. “I put it out to the community that we needed blankets, and by the end of the day, Southlake had dropped off a whole stack of blankets for the donkeys.”

Despite everything the sanctuary has gone through — from snowstorms to diseases — Jules knows the sacrifice is worth it because of all of the lives the donkeys have touched.

“I leave here a different person than when I get here every single day,” Jules says. “These donkeys help keep me centered and grounded. I can be really stressed out when I get here from everything going on, and once I’m here for a while, I can get a better perspective on the things that really matter.”

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While Loving Long Ears is proud of all it has accomplished so far, its goals for the future are lofty. Jules says she hopes to move out of the sanctuary’s current barn and upgrade to a full-fledged facility that can not only provide better care for its donkeys but also host future community events.

Regardless of how soon it's able to realize that goal, Laura says Jules has created a beautiful thing with Loving Long Ears.

“It’s an oasis for the Southlake citizens,” Laura says.

“Whether you’re old or young, Jules has provided an opportunity to put your troubles away and care for an animal that appreciates affection. Jules has done so much more than create a sanctuary for the donkeys — she’s created a sanctuary for Southlake.”

But more than anything else, Jules is grateful that so many people see the miracle in Loving Long Ears and the change it creates in people, in the donkeys and in herself.

“I see the miracles of what these little guys can do with people every day,” Jules expresses tearfully. “Every time I see that, it reaffirms why I’m doing this and why I’m so grateful for the people that believe in this vision right alongside me.”

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rom the backyard grill to farmers’ markets, Jay Anderson and Andrew Frank brought their meat seasoning and a love for cooking everywhere they went. Now they’re setting up shop with their new brick-and-mortar restaurant, Anderson Distillery & Grill.

Opening in Roanoke in mid-March, Anderson Distillery & Grill is a microdistillery that offers a blend of homegrown spirits and sizzling bar grub. Born from Andrew’s original rub recipe, all of Anderson Distillery & Grill’s main entrees are seasoned with Joe Rub, which is made

of coffee grounds, pepper, brown sugar and hatch spices.

“Back in 2013, [Andrew] brought over the meat rub out of a cowboy cookbook and put it on pork tenders,” Jay recalls. “I thought it was the most amazing thing I’ve ever tasted in the world. I told him ‘Let’s go down to the farmers’ market and sell this.’ We sold over 1,000 bags in our first weekend and have been selling ever since.”

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their protein. But the flavor really shines through its premium Akaushi beef burgers and sausages, which are sourced from the Flatonia-based meat company HeartBrand Beef. Anderson Distillery even lays its seasoning thick on its all-day entree “The World’s Ugliest Breakfast,” which mixes three eggs with spinach, red onion, bacon and cheese before dusting on some Joe Rub. “When you throw all that into an egg mixture, it looks pretty disgusting,” Jay says. “It looks like mud, but it tastes like heaven. It’s so moist and flavorful.

We had to give it its own section on the menu.”

But the Joe Rub isn’t only found in Anderson Distillery’s proteins — it’s also found in its sides, whether it's the Joe Rub Bruschetta with seasoned bacon and cheese or the Joe Rub Veggies with fresh-grilled zucchini and squash. And in the case of the Jay’s Mac & Cheese, the rub is mixed into a smorgasbord of diced pancetta, spinach, sauteed onion, gouda and white American cheese.

Though the cowboy-inspired grub is only half of the Anderson Distillery’s appeal. The other half comes in its small-batch spirits, which are distilled in-house using 26- and 125-gallon column stills.

Sourced from corn home-grown in Denton, the eatery produces 15-gallon batches of its own vodka, gin, rum and whiskey, and its infusion jars can be seen from the back of the bar. With plans to produce bourbon and additional liqueur flavorings, Anderson Distillery has its eyes on growing its alcoholic offerings.

“Anything that we want to mix that has alcohol, we make ourselves,” Jay says. “We make our own creme de cacao. We make our own coffee liqueur. We make our own limoncello, orange liqueur, silver rum. You ask for it, we’ll make it.”

Its alcoholic mixes include cocktails, coffee and even milkshakes. Whether diners order the simple chocolate, strawberry or vanilla or more exciting options like mint chocolate chip and tropical paradise with pineapple juice and coconut cream, guests will enjoy the unique blend of beverages that Anderson Distillery & Grill serves. With daily dessert selections such as ice cream and Pillsbury waffles topped with creme de cacao, the restaurant provides several ways to enjoy its uniquely distilled liquor.

“There’s not many places that do a full-on restaurant and a distillery,” Jay says. “Between the Joe Rub and the spirits, we have both of those unique things in one building. We aim to continue that flair that makes Roanoke the unique dining capital of Texas.”

So come and experience all the cowboy cooking you want. Between the garage bar aesthetic and the hand-crafted meats and drinks, Anderson Distillery & Grill will make you feel right at home.

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Mesero’s Moment

The Tex-Mex Restaurant Is Coming To Southlake The Shops of Southlake is expanding its offerings with the opening of a brand-new Tex-Mex restaurant. With six other locations throughout the Metroplex, Mesero will be opening its seventh restaurant in the heart of Southlake.

“Southlake has always been on our wish list of locations,” says Trey Dyer, the president and CEO of Mesero Restaurant Group, LLC. “We were waiting for a location which would be an iconic addition to our brand and a place that Southlake and the surrounding neighborhoods would enjoy.”

With both traditional Tex-Mex recipes and familiar American dishes, Mesero’s diverse menu has something that can cater to everyone’s palates. “[Guests can] expect first-class service in an amazing atmosphere with a menu that includes Tex-Mex favorites, authentic Mexican dishes, American dishes and everything in between including salads [and] other lighter fare,” Trey says.

Brunch kicks off service with mimosas and bloody marys in hand. You won’t go wrong with its breakfast tacos, made with flour or corn tortillas, scrambled eggs, cheddar, chives, tomatoes, jalapenos, a choice between chorizo, brisket or bacon and served with Mesero papitas and black beans.

If you have a sweet tooth, the churro pancakes featuring cinnamon, sugar and whipped crema fresca or the challah bread French toast delight with every bite.

The flavors keep on coming during lunch and dinner, especially if you start with a cocktail. The Meserita comes prepared with Herradura Silver, Cointreau and citrus while the Catalina showcases St. Germain, Grey Goose, citrus and muddled raspberry. Even wine aficionados can find their new favorite sip from over 20 varieties of red and white wine on hand.

With an eclectic assortment of appetizers, start your food journey off with shrimp ceviche, which features tiger shrimp marinated with citrus, jalapeno pepper, heirloom grape tomato, green onion, avocado and cilantro. The loaded jalapenos, which are bacon-wrapped with chipotle chicken, queso mesero and creme Mexicana, also provide a delicious bite. Meanwhile, main entrees provide even more bold flavors, whether it’s the verdes chicken enchiladas or the double meat rose burger. Plus with delicious dessert options in its carrot cake, cinco leches and choco flan, you can end every meal on a sweet note.

So no matter what time of the day you stop by, Mesero makes sure you leave full and content.

“We are truly excited to call Southlake home for the next evolution of Mesero,” Trey says.

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Cork & Pig Is Ready To Court Southlake Diners If you want a great meal paired with an exceptional wine experience, get ready to indulge at Cork & Pig. Opening its fifth location at the Shops of Southlake, Cork & Pig’s name reflects the aspects of dining it wholeheartedly celebrates.

“We wanted a name that embraced both food and wine,” says John Nestor, Cork & Pig’s vice president and chief financial officer. “We really try to take that American cuisine and cater to everybody that is looking for a fun dining environment and a great dining experience.”

Before you dig in, start the night off with one of Cork & Pig’s signature cocktails. The Buzz is mixed with Western Son gin, lemon juice, martine honeysuckle liqueur and lavender bitters while the Molly Ringwald cosmo is a combination of strawberry and raspberry-infused Nue vodka with cranberry juice and agave. Of course, Cork & Pig also has plenty of white or red wine to choose from, like the Toschi Vineyards moscato or the Alexana pinot noir, ensuring your libation perfectly complements your meal.

Shareables like the deviled eggs with bacon or the crab and Parmesan cheese dip will begin your meal on a delicious note before a menu filled with handmade American entrees awaits.

“We are American cuisine,” John says. “Everything we do is made from scratch, and then we have a wonderful variety of options from pizza to sandwiches to salads to even wood-fired entrees.”

Harkening to its name, the double-cut pork chop comes topped with bourbon sauce while the Carolina pork ribs feature house-made mustard barbecue sauce.

Meanwhile, sandwiches like the crispy chicken with cheddar, brussels sprout slaw and red onion, and the French dip with shaved prime rib, gruyere and au jus, will ensure you don’t leave hungry.

Pizza fans will also love The Pig, which showcases Italian sausage, pepperoni, pancetta on top of mozzarella and tomato sauce, and the Southwestern, which features roasted green chiles, pepperoni, mozzarella and cream sauce.

Whether you stop in for lunch, happy hour or a family dinner, Cork & Pig caters to diners of all kinds.

“We’re just really excited about the opportunity in Southlake,” John says.

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At Home With Scott And Kelly Bradley Meet The Westlake Couple Behind The Iconic Elegance Of The Paigebrooke House

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here’s a lot of history behind the Paigebrooke house in Westlake. Built in 1938 by iconic Dallas architect Charles Dilbeck, the 11,500-square-foot house was originally constructed for Ted Dealey, the son of “Dallas Morning News” publisher and founder George Dealey for whom the Dealey Plaza was named after. But after Ted passed away in 1969, the house was left vacant for eight years.

Enter Scott and Kelly Bradley. In 1977, the couple moved from Dallas to Westlake to embrace the countryside living for which the area was known. Upon seeing the historic qualities of the Dealey house, they instantly fell in love and knew they had to have it.

“Charles Dilbeck built this to represent his Texas ranch house,” Scott says. “His designs are very eclectic and romantic, but they’re all distinctive. If you’ve ever lived in one Dilbeck, you’ll recognize another one even if it’s in a different style.”

Retrofitted back to its original grandeur with large windows, brick chimneys and even a bell tower, the Dealey home is as spacious as it is welcoming, with six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a study, a wine cellar, a library, a lodge and a guest house all connected by one sprawling hallway. The home is also filled with several of Dilbeck’s trademark secret rooms.

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“This is what we call our ‘Harry Potter’ room,” Kelly remarks as she opens a hidden door underneath the basement staircase. “This house is filled with hidden doors and rooms. Dilbeck was quirky like that.”

Scott and Kelly made the Dealey house their home for 20 years.

During that time, Kelly founded the nonprofit Metroport Meals On Wheels, cooking meals out of their home and delivering them to senior citizens around the area. Although she’s no longer executive director (that position is now held by Mary King), Kelly still finds enterprising ways to give back to the organization she loves.

“It is my honor to still serve on the advisory board,” Kelly remarks. “My husband and I continue to deliver meals to those in need in one of the three Grapevine routes.”

At the same time, Scott began serving as the chair of the planning and zoning commission for Westlake and as the president of the Texas Student Housing Authority, awarding over 2,700 scholarships in the past 25 years. Then after 15 years of service to his community, Scott was elected Westlake’s mayor and remained in that position for the next 14 years.

In 1998, the Bradleys sold some of their land to Fidelity Investments for a regional complex. While the business was good for the city, this put their house in the path for demolition. The Bradleys were left with two choices – say goodbye to the Dealey house forever or move it to another property. They chose to preserve their house by carefully removing the house in six different pieces, wrapping it, transporting it 2 miles up the road and meticulously putting it back together on a 12.5-acre farm – all while living out of a trailer.

Naming their new property “Paigebrooke” after their two daughters, Scott and Kelly stuck so closely to Dilbeck’s original blueprint they even reused the salvaged bricks that made up the original foundation of the house. “[Dealey’s] wife Pat told us that this was his favorite home,” Scott says. “We feel like we’re stewards of this property – we’re responsible for it.”

Today, the home still stands strong, regularly hosting guests and events inside and out on its beautiful courtyard and pasture. Locals will get the chance to experience the property in person this month when the Bradleys host the Party On The Peninsula event on March 26. Featuring live performances from King George, Justin Mason and Tennessee Whiskey, the event will directly benefit Metroport Meals On Wheels’ mission to feed senior citizens around the area.

Whether they’re awarding scholarships to Westlake Academy students or hosting a fundraiser at their estate, Scott and Kelly love serving Westlake in all manner of ways. And after a busy day, they love to unwind and settle into their lovely Paigebrooke house.

“Dilbeck often said that he wanted his houses to feel like a stranger was welcome,” Scott says. “Just come on in, put your feet up and make yourself at home. This house makes you feel that way every time you walk in.”

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here are endless things to love about the Paigebrooke home in Westlake. Custom-made by Dallas architectural icon Charles Dilbeck, everything about this house inspires wonder and amazement, from its artisan elements to its traditional aesthetic. And Westlake couple Scott and Kelly Bradley have been careful to preserve its legacy since purchasing the home in 1977. You may not have 12.5 acres or 11,500 square feet of space, but there are a few ways to make your home feel a little more like Paigebrooke.

OLD-WORLD ELEMENTS

One of the distinguishing characteristics of Paigebrooke’s design is its charming old-world architecture.

Much of the material used to build the Paigebrooke house were rustic tiles and hand-hewn oak beams salvaged and repurposed into the home’s romantic French country aesthetic, which the Bradleys still love to this day. You can emulate this unique design as well by incorporating pink stucco bricks, pecky cypress wood and stained glass windows to make your home feel equally historic.

SPECTACULAR CHANDELIERS

Found throughout the house are captivating and creative chandeliers that speak to the individual personalities of each room. The living room greets guests with an antler chandelier that evokes a feel of the wild, while the dining room light fixture has a Greek cross pattern fit for a European castle. Not to be outdone, the Bradley’s well-appointed lodge even features a chandelier made from a wagon wheel. Whether you go for rustic or royal, you can bring these unique lighting styles into your own home as well.

PATIO PERFECTION

Nestled at the back of the residence is a 900-squarefoot courtyard perfect for outdoor events and gatherings.

Circular brick foundations are sprawled throughout the space with wooden tables, chairs and fire pits resting on each one, while a layer of coral sand transitions smoothly into the vast countryside. You might not have a spacious patio that leads into your own slice of country, but you can capture a similar backyard aesthetic with your own brick walkways, Victorian water fountain and string lights to make the most of your backyard space.

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fter 40 years of making music, you would think Kenny G would be ready to slow down.

But if anything, the Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and one of the highest-selling instrumentalists of our time seems to be going stronger than ever before.

From The Weeknd to Kanye West, Kenny G has collaborated with some of the most popular musicians in the past few years. Last December, Kenny G returned to the recording studio for his first new album in six years titled “New Standards,” which features 11 original compositions inspired by the jazz ballads of the ʼ50s and ʼ60s, including a duet with the sound of Stan Getz, who passed away in 1991. He also released a new HBO documentary covering the highs and lows of his life called “Listening To Kenny G.”

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Born Kenny Gorelick, Kenny G first rose to fame in 1986 with his hit single “Songbird.” Using R&B, pop and Latin influences to create a totally unique jazz sound, Kenny G has released 23 albums throughout his career, sold more than 75 million records worldwide and has seven No. 1 albums and singles under his belt. He has also won several accolades, including an American Music Award, an NAACP Image Award and a Soul Train Music Award.

For over 40 years, the curly-haired musician has influenced an entire genre of music known as smooth jazz. Now he returns to Bass Hall with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra to perform some of his greatest hits. Whether it’s “Havana,” “Forever In Love” and “My Heart Will Go On,” you’ll love reliving the smooth, serene sounds of Kenny G.

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Date: March 18-20 Location: Bass Hall

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A Future Nostalgia Experience Dua Lipa Brings Her Dark Pop Sound To Dallas

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ulsating lights, high energy and retrofuturistic vibes. Dua Lipa brings all of this and more with her Future Nostalgia tour when it comes to Dallas this month.

Releasing her debut album in 2017, Dua Lipa is used to breaking records and winning awards, including three Grammys for Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist and Best Dance Recording. Then in 2020, she released her platinum-certified sophomore hit “Future Nostalgia,” which saw over 7 billion streams across all platforms, was the longest-running Top 10 album by a female artist on the Billboard 200 and became the No. 1 most-streamed album on Spotify. After being postponed three times, she officially kicked off her Future Nostalgia tour in February and has been bringing her distinct sound with her everywhere she goes.

With hit singles under her belt such as “New Rules,” “Last Dance” and “Be The One,” Dua Lipa is iconic for taking elements of synth and pop and deftly blending them into her own unique style of alternative music.

And with new hits like “Don’t Start Now,” “Levitating” and “Break My Heart,” you’ll be amazed by Dua Lipa’s sultry vocals and ambient lighting that really bring the house down. You’ll be so amazed by this talented singer’s bold and brilliant display that your future self will wish you could go back in time and experience it all over again.

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Date: March 13 Location: American Airlines Center

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DALLAS MAVS ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL

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AT&T STADIUM | Decorated country music legends and husbandand-wife duo Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are coming to the American Rodeo. The multi-platinum Grammy Award and the Academy of Country Music Award winners are headlining this Western-focused weekend where they will perform a live concert before the final round on Championship Sunday. Come for the weekend where top professional rodeo athletes and hardworking cowboys and cowgirls will compete for $100,000 and the title of the best in the world.

DALLAS | Kilt-wearing men play bagpipes, women sport green hair and Irish pride is on full display at the Dallas Mavs St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival! The green beer flows and smiles are abound at this legendary event. The Greenville Avenue Area Business Association has been putting on this beloved St. Patty’s Day Parade for 41 years. After the parade, stay for the block party and concert, which includes food trucks, exhibitor booths and activities for the whole family.

CODY JOHNSON MARCH 12 DOS EQUIS PAVILION | Originally from Huntsville, Texas, Cody Johnson is a country boy through and through. This cowboy hatclad former rodeo star self-released six albums before making it big with his first major record “Ain’t Nothin’ To It” in 2019. Now he is back with a new album, “Human The Double Album,” more than 2 billion streams and a new tour to further take the country music world by storm. Sing along to hits like “On My Way To You,” “Nothin’ On You,” “With You I Am,” “Til You Can’t” and “By Your Grace.”

ST. PADDY’S DAY DASH MARCH 12 DALLAS | Feeling lucky? Dress in your favorite green running gear for the St. Paddy’s Day Dash down Greenville Avenue in the timed 5K race. Runners get free themed shirts, a Yuengling flight of beer for those 21 and over, Beyond Meat food, a chance to compete in the spirit tutu or donut hole eating contests and entry to the afterparty with DJ Dame. Your ticket also supports local charity partners like the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the Animal Crusaders of Texas. It’s almost as much fun as finding a pot of gold.

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PAVILION AT TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY | Have you ever headbanged so hard it made your neck hurt? Or screamed at the top of your lungs while jumping around playing air guitar? Or got “Breaking The Law” stuck in your head so long you didn’t know if it would ever stop? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then stop by Judas Priest’s “50 Metal Years” tour at the Toyota Music Factory. The Grammy Award-winning English heavy metal band will perform hits like “Living After Midnight, “You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’” and “Painkiller.”

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SKY LANTERN FESTIVAL MARCH 19 DALLAS | Twinkling lights glow brighter than stars at the magical Sky Lantern Festival. Hosted by Lights Over America, this stunning event brings the community together to release thousands of lanterns into the night sky. The event also includes s’mores around a fire pit, music and a chance to release wishes and dreams into the universe while watching your lanterns gently float away. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind, Instagram-worthy experience that doubles as an evening of reflection and joy.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY TRIATHLON MARCH 20 KELLER | The only thing more exciting than spotting a double rainbow or finding a four-leaf clover this St. Patrick’s Day is winning a finisher’s medal at the festive St. Patrick’s Day Triathlon.

Inside the Keller Natatorium, participants will swim 300 meters in the indoor pool, then bike 12.8 miles on a two-loop course. The event also includes a 5K run in the pretty wooded trail behind the building. Afterward, runners will revel in the glow of their accomplishments and enjoy a free race shirt and medal at the after-party.

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Junior classes for players 5-14 years old Indoor and outdoor options Summer Camps and Classes start in June Adult beginner tennis classes and leagues Full-service pro shop and stringing For more information, visit SouthlakeTennis.com Questions: Email us at Info@SouthlakeTennis.com

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ARTS & CULTURE events JOHN MULANEY MARCH 25 AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | You’ve seen him on TV, Netflix and “Saturday Night Live.” Now you can see John Mulaney live when he comes to the American Airlines Center this month. This Emmy Award-winning stand-up comedian has been gifting people with his unique characters and jokes for several years. From creating Bill Hader’s character Stefon on “Saturday Night Live” to voicing Andrew on Netflix’s “Big Mouth” to releasing five funny specials, Mulaney is a truly talented entertainer that will keep the laughs rolling all night long.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC MARCH 25-APRIL 4 WYLY THEATRE | Clothes made from curtains, siblings singing together and a former nun and naval officer falling in love — these are a few of our favorite things! The Dallas Theater Center is performing one of the most beloved musicals of all time, “The Sound Of Music!” This Rodgers and Hammerstein five-time Tony Award-winner tells the story of Maria, who serves as governess to the seven children of the Von Trapp family and brings joy and music to the strict Captain Von Trapp’s household. When fascism takes hold of Austria, the entire family must decide what’s right, even if it means sacrificing everything they’ve ever known.

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BIG TEXAS BEER FEST MARCH 26 FAIR PARK | Is there anything better than cold craft beer on a warm spring evening? See for yourself at the 10th annual Big Texas Beer Fest, where more than 100 breweries serve 500-plus beers, ciders, hard seltzers, meads and even more inside the Fair Park Automobile Building. Known as the original beer fest in Dallas, this event also hosts delicious food trucks, a vintage arcade, live music, local vendors and exclusive beer that you can’t find on store shelves.

Feeling thirsty yet?

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MARCH 26 TEXAS TRUST CU THEATRE | After becoming famous on YouTube and competing on the ninth season of “American Idol,” Todrick Hall knows a thing or two about entertaining audiences. Now the multi-talented entertainer has amassed over 700 million views on YouTube, appeared regularly on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and won second place on “Masked Singer.” Performing sold-out tours in over 60 cities worldwide featuring hit songs such as “Boys In The Ocean” and “Queen,” you’re sure to be dazzled by the fantastic sets, amazing costumes and fun music that comes with Todrick Hall.

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS MARCH 27 AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER | For more than 90 years, the Harlem Globetrotters have shown just how much fun basketball can be. They have entertained more than 148 million fans in 123 countries and territories, popularizing the slam dunk, the fast break, the forward and point guard positions and the figure-eight weave. In 2010, the Globetrotters introduced the first 4-point shot, located 30 feet from the basket, which was almost 7 feet beyond the 3-point arc in the NBA. Now you can watch the legendary team masterfully entertain audiences with flashy moves, familyfriendly comedy and stunning basketball tricks.

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Nanuku | Fiji

Located on a 500-acre coastal estate on the islands of Fiji, Nanuku provides a lush tropical oasis perfect for some private vacation time. Its villas range from 900 to 1,850 square feet and face the beachside for stunning sights of the coast, while the on-site Lomana Spa rejuvenates your body through holistic healing massages.

Boat excursions take you on fun adventures around the island, whether you’re deep-sea fishing in the South Pacific or watching the sun go down on a sunset cruise.

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can enjoy Nanuku’s flavorful Pacific Rim cuisine from anywhere while taking in the gorgeous views at the same time.

Whether you walk barefoot on the beach or decompress in the outdoor hot tub, Nanuku offers a whole new way to experience spring break. NanukuResort.com

New Smyrna Beach | Florida

While many Florida spring breakers will be flocking to Daytona or Miami Beach, others will relish in the low-key vibes that New Smyrna Beach offers instead. With over 17 miles of white, sandy shores, New Smyrna Beach is perfect for families looking to have their own beach experiences without all of the noisiness that comes with the spring break crowds. Several town homes and lofts are located along the coast, giving tourists plenty of options when it comes to their stay. Week-long dolphin, manatee and sea turtle boat tours will let you experience the Atlantic Ocean in a whole new way, while those looking for a bolder adventure can suit up with one of the local diving companies and go shark diving. After all, it isn’t spring break without a little adventure and excitement. CityOfNSB.com

Mountain View Grand Resort | New Hampshire

If mountains and slopes suit you better for spring break, then few offer sights more stunning than the Mountain View Grand Resort in New Hampshire. Nestled between the White Mountain range, the Mountain View Grand Resort has provided families with exceptional mountainous experiences since 1865. Its animal farm houses an eclectic collection of sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas and angora rabbits that kids can interact with, while nearby targets test your ax-throwing capabilities. And its indoor entertainment center lets guests choose from a variety of different games and more than 500 movies. When ready to unwind, couples can throw on their robes and check in to the award-winning tower spa, where they can enjoy a variety of massage, body and facial treatments while soaking in the sweet view. MountainViewGrand.com

Enchantment Resort | Arizona

Phoenix may not be at the forefront of your mind when it comes to spring break destinations, but it should be. The Enchantment Resort in particular, which rests on 70 acres in Boynton Canyon, gives you respite unmatched by most overnight accommodations. Its fitness facilities provide access to several outdoor sports including croquet, bocce ball, foosball, pickleball, golf and air hockey, while the canyon walk lets you hike and bike trails with ease and accessibility. The Tii Gavo, or “gathering place,” provides guests with spectacular views of the canyonside while socializing around a marble fire pit. And with an on-site astronomer, you’ll find yourself entranced by the night sky as you stargaze all night long. EnchantmentResort.com

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